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Will Lloyds shares reach £1 soon? Or is 76p more likely?

Lloyds' shares are closing in on the 100p-barrier for the first time since the global financial crisis of 2008. But…

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BT shares offer a 4.7% dividend yield – but should I buy them for retirement?

BT shares have made some impressive gains this year as upgrade costs fade. But one glaring issue overshadows its strong…

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£15,000 invested in Tesco shares at the start of 2025 is now worth…

Tesco shares have more than doubled in the last three years, but will shareholders continue to get richer in 2026?…

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£10,000 invested in this FTSE 100 stock last Christmas is now worth…

Our writer takes a closer look at a FTSE 100 stock that's made spectacular gains in 2025. Will the rally…

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2 incredible FTSE 100 dividend shares I can’t stop buying!

Discover two of the FTSE index's greatest dividend shares -- and why Royston Wild has plans to hold on to…

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£15,000 invested in BT shares at the start of 2025 is now worth…

Since Allison Kirkby became CEO in early 2024, BT shares have jumped more than 60%! But can this momentum continue…

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£5,000 invested in Greggs shares 1 week ago is now worth…

After a year to forget for Greggs shareholders, there was finally some good news for this unloved FTSE 250 stock…

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Up 22% this year and with a forward P/E ratio of 13, is this FTSE 100 stock a brilliant buy for 2026?

This FTSE 100 stock is having a rip-roaring year already, and its forecast earnings for 2026 make it look on…

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Why this growth share rocketed 40% in November – and 420% over 6 months!

Harvey Jones is blown away by the performance of this growth share, which has smashed the FTSE 250 lately. But…

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Can investors afford to miss these 3 dirt-cheap UK shares?

Looking for the best cheap shares to buy? These FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 shares and investment trusts offer stunning…

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Want a second income? These dividend stocks could help with the heavy lifting

High yields and strong track records might mean UK investors looking for a second income don’t have to look too…

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3 stocks I’m looking to buy in the next crash

A market crash can provide a chance to buy quality stocks without the premium price tags. But it’s important to…

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I’m hoping for big returns from these small-cap UK stocks

Stephen Wright is betting on increased volatility making for better long-term returns with a pair of small-cap UK growth stocks.

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3 epic investment trusts for December to target a 16% annual return!

One of these top investment trusts has made an average return of 21.2% over five years. Royston Wild explains why…

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How much do you need in an ISA to target a £5,333 monthly passive income?

Our writer highlights a bargain FTSE 250 stock trading at an 11-year low -- one that could help supercharge an…

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Is this the beginning of the end for the Nvidia share price?

Stephen Wright raised concerns about the Nvidia share price at the start of the year. Is his prediction finally starting…

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All I want for Christmas is a Stocks and Shares ISA!

When's the best time to start planning a Stocks and Shares ISA for those who don't already have one? Today…

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Down 20% in November! Are these now the 2 best stocks to buy in December?

Harvey Jones picks out two FTSE 100 companies with dominant market positions and asks whether they are the best stocks…

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3 stunning ETFs to target a near-20% annual return!

Discover three quality exchange-traded funds (ETFs) with records of blowout growth -- including one with a 27.9% yearly return!

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Here’s how investors can target £7,227 a year in dividend income from 4,405 BP shares

BP shares may look like just another oil play, but a strong yield and sharply rising earnings make them a…

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Growth Shares

Why the Marks & Spencer share price fell 14% in November

Jon Smith takes a look at the underwhelming performance from the Marks & Spencer share price last month, but explains…

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I asked ChatGPT for the 3 best FTSE growth stocks, and here’s what it said…

ChatGPT’s FTSE growth stock picks surprised me -- from miners to IT resellers. But are they real opportunities or risky…

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Investing for a future second income? Dr James Fox likes these wealth-building stocks

Many of us want a second income, but our portfolios just aren't big enough yet. Dr James Fox details some…

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Growth Shares

This 19p penny share traded above 125p in 2020. Time for a comeback?

Jon Smith explains that just because a penny share enjoyed a prosperous past, it doesn't mean a comeback to glory…

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Here’s how another £5,000 invested in this high-yield FTSE 250 star could make me £2,969 a year in dividend income over time!

This FTSE 250 high-yield play has consistently delivered major dividend income for me in recent years, with analysts forecasting more…

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These 3 UK dividend shares could pay a brilliant £1,500 a year in tax-free ISA income

Harvey Jones plucks out a trio out of high-yielding dividend shares from the FTSE 100 that offer investors a high…

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The 3 key factors investors are overlooking in Rolls-Royce’s share price story…

Rolls-Royce’s share price has soared since 2023, but there could still be a long way for it to go based…

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A 9.4% yield and 71% undervalued — time for me to buy more of this FTSE 100 passive income star?

Taylor Wimpey offers one of the best yields in the FTSE 100, looks very undervalued, and has great growth prospects,…

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Lloyds’ sub-£1 share price: great value, or a great big value trap?

Lloyds’ share price looks significantly undervalued, but mounting risks raise the spectre of a value trap. So, bargain hunters must…

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3 FTSE 100 best-selling shares I’ll buy at the next opportunity

Discover the FTSE 100 shares our writer Royston Wild is considering -- and why he expects them to deliver stunning…

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2 stealthy growth stocks I’ve got my eye on in December

AI uncertainty sent growth stocks all over the place in November. But Stephen Wright has his eye on some longer-term…

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How much would you need in an ISA to earn a £1,000 monthly passive income?

The specific sum you'd need for a £1k passive income may depend on whether you use a Cash ISA or…

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With a P/E of 9.1, can this cheap FTSE 250 stock keep surging?

Discover the FTSE 250 stock that leapt 12% last week -- and why our writer Royston Wild believes it's a…

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2 FTSE shares I’m considering buying using my SIPP’s tax relief

Discover the two FTSE 100 growth shares that have shot to the top of my watchlist. I’m thinking of buying…

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1 FTSE 100 stock to watch before year-end

1 FTSE 100 miner has more than trebled this year – I recently topped up my position, and here’s why…

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Here’s why some analysts think the BP share price could skyrocket in 2026

Mark Hartley investigates why the BP share price has attracted so much attention as the year draws to a close.…

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10% yields! These dividend stocks are on sale in December

Investors looking for potentially lucrative dividend stocks can find a lot 'on sale' at the start of December. But are…

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These are my best shares to buy in an ISA for 2026!

Zaven Boyrazian has invested almost £10,000 in two companies he believes are among the best shares to buy now. Here’s…

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£5,000 in Legal & General shares at the start of 2025 is now worth…

Retail investors are rushing to snap up Legal & General shares to unlock a near-double-digit dividend yield! Is this a…

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£5,000 invested in Barclays shares at the start of 2025 is now worth…

In 20 years, Barclays' shares have generated lukewarm returns. But with the bank stock almost tripling in just two years,…

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